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Wisconsin"s Midday News

Hosted by Greg Matzek and Jessica Tighe, Wisconsin’s Midday News is Wisconsin’s touchpoint throughout the day for reliable, accurate, and relevant news stories. Greg is a familiar voice on WTMJ as the station’s top authority on Wisconsin sports. Tighe is an Emmy-nominated journalist with nearly two decades of news experience, including seven years at CBS 58 in Milwaukee. Together, they will cover the top stories of the day, provide updates on developing stories, and more.

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13:27

Local Pilot's Insight on Hijack Scare

Wisconsin"s Midday News ·

2026/06/01

A local airline pilot talks about how a United Airlines flight from Chicago to Minneapolis made an emergency landing in Wisconsin on Friday, May 29th. The pilot used a hijacking alert code, prompting authorities to arrest a passenger who had allegedly tried to enter the cockpit. Was he surprised by the word choice? Is that standard language anytime someone attempts to breach the cockpit? As a pilot, what announcements is he making to assure passengers that they’re safe amid an emergency landing? Why

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5:48

Save the Planet, Win a Prize

Wisconsin"s Midday News ·

2026/06/01

ABC News Correspondent Jim Ryan talks about how the United States is in a bare-knuckled, no-holds-barred brawl with zebra mussels, Morrow’s honeysuckle and 15-thousand other plants, animals and fungi found on the U.S. Register of Introduced and Invasive Species. Environmental officials have imposed regulations and restrictions on boaters and campers, and they’ve also launched a nationwide contest to find a way to halt the spread of one creature.

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3:03

Top Two at Two - 6/1

Wisconsin"s Midday News ·

2026/06/01

1. Inside perspective on the hijack scare that prompted a plane to divert to Madison over the weekend. 2. Security officials in Los Angeles are preparing for next week's kickoff of the FIFA World Cup which opens in LA and will last for weeks in cities across the country.

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26:24

1p: Kenosha Bears?

Wisconsin"s Midday News ·

2026/06/01

Wisconsin's Midday News has your Three Big Things. Guests include President/CEO of J. Jeffers & Co. Josh Jeffers and TMJ4 News Meteorologist Jacob Montesano. We also talk about America's second-largest teachers union calling for screen bans in schools and the possible future stadium sites of the Chicago Bears.

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9:07

I‑794 Takedown Proposal Potential

Wisconsin"s Midday News ·

2026/06/01

President/CEO of J. Jeffers & Co. Josh Jeffers talks about the proposal to take down the I-794 highway. Why does the WisDOT lead the study versus the city of Milwaukee or Milwaukee County officials? As a developer, what sort of potential does he see in this area?

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3:04

Three Big Things - 6/1

Wisconsin"s Midday News ·

2026/06/01

1. The U.S. is now heading into week 14 of the conflict in Iran. 2. The Milwaukee Panthers are one win away from advancing to the Super Regional of the NCAA men's baseball tournament. 3. We're now hearing from some of the passengers who were on the United flight that diverted to Madison over the weekend, after a "hijack scare."

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27:45

12p: Slow It Down

Wisconsin"s Midday News ·

2026/06/01

Wisconsin's Midday News has your Now at Noon headlines. Guests include MMAC Senior Director of Communications Ryan Amundson and UW-Milwaukee Panthers Baseball Head Coach Shaun Wegner. We wrap up with the start of the annual "dog bite awareness" month and who created the campaign.

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10:41

Panthers Look to Advance Past Auburn

Wisconsin"s Midday News ·

2026/06/01

UW-Milwaukee Panthers Baseball Head Coach Shaun Wegner talks about beating Auburn in the first round of the NCAA baseball tournament. How surprised was the team and coaching staff about this upset? How did the team make it happen? How will this run attract future Panthers?

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10:47

Trolls Boosting Tourism

Wisconsin"s Midday News ·

2026/06/01

MMAC Senior Director of Communications Ryan Amundson talks about school districts taking hits with gas money for bussing students, how the troll statue “Mama Rosa” has impacted regional tourism since its inception with a possible troll going up in another local community, and the rise in cost of the 40 billion dollar a year industry of youth sports.

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2:49

Now at Noon - 6/1

Wisconsin"s Midday News ·

2026/06/01

1. We start at noon with inside perspective on the hijack scare that prompted a plane to divert to Madison over the weekend. 2. Exxon Mobil is warning that oil inventories will fall to record low levels in coming weeks, forcing prices to spike and curb demand. 3. The Federal Reserve Bank of New York is out with new data about the state of remote work.

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24:52

2p: I'm Going Home with You

Wisconsin"s Midday News ·

2026/05/29

Wisconsin's Midday News has your Top Two at Two. Guests include President of Animal Advocacy at UW-Madison Jackson Ray. We also talk about a roller coaster malfunction and a nod to the Cheesehead.

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11:08

UW-Madison Animal Advocacy Investigation

Wisconsin"s Midday News ·

2026/05/29

President of Animal Advocacy at UW-Madison Jackson Ray talks about how the university is formally investigating the student-led organization over allegations that the group violated university policy and Wisconsin law through promotional materials connected to the April 18th Ridglan Farms rescue attempt, according to university officials. Why is the group saying this is exactly what they wanted to happen? What action(s) from the group prompted an investigation? How is the organization responding to

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2:57

Top Two at Two - 5/29

Wisconsin"s Midday News ·

2026/05/29

1. A deadly accident is causing a local school to cancel classes. 2. The UW-Milwaukee Panthers are leading Auburn 11-5 in the opening round of pool play, causing a big upset!

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25:02

1p: Could be a Big Upset!

Wisconsin"s Midday News ·

2026/05/29

Wisconsin's Midday News has your Three Big Things. Guests include TMJ4 News Chief Meteorologist Brian Niznansky and Former FBI Special Agent in Charge Rich Frankel. We also talk about Major League Baseball owners making their long-expected salary cap proposal.

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6:14

CIA Officer Facing Theft Charges

Wisconsin"s Midday News ·

2026/05/29

Former FBI Special Agent in Charge Rich Frankel talks about how ABC News on Thursday obtained the military records of David Rush, the former CIA officer charged with fraud after the FBI found millions of dollars in gold bars, cash, and luxury watches at his home. On paper, his records show a typical career. Rush served in the Navy from 1997 to 2015, including a two-year break in service between 2002 and 2004. He initially enlisted and served on active duty where he tried out for Navy special

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4:01

Three Big Things - 5/29

Wisconsin"s Midday News ·

2026/05/29

1. There's a tentative deal between the U.S. and Iran to open the Strait of Hormuz, but will it get final approval? 2. The search for the next Athletic Director at the University of Wisconsin is officially on. 3. A rocket test for space company, Blue Origin, ended in destruction overnight in Florida.

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28:17

12p: Special Guest with Scott?

Wisconsin"s Midday News ·

2026/05/29

Wisconsin's Midday News has your Now at Noon. Guests include Jonathan Smith from Smith & Kohn and MeidasTouch Chief Washington Correspondent Scott MacFarlane. We wrap up with the Week in Review.

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9:43

Trump's Face on a $250 Bill?

Wisconsin"s Midday News ·

2026/05/29

MeidasTouch Chief Washington Correspondent Scott MacFarlane talks about how a federal judge is temporarily blocking Trump’s plans to create a $1.8 billion taxpayer-funded slush fund to pay out what Trump calls victims of “weaponization” and “lawfare”. What is the significance of this? What arguments will be made at the upcoming June 12th hearing? The White House is pushing Congress to approve a $250 bill bearing Donald Trump’s portrait. What hurdles exist for this to happen? President Trump's

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11:31

Josh Jacobs Legal Analysis

Wisconsin"s Midday News ·

2026/05/29

Jonathan Smith from Smith & Kohn talks about how Green Bay Packers running back Josh Jacobs, through his lawyers, has “vehemently” denied wrongdoing in a criminal case in which he faces five charges connected to an alleged domestic violence incident over the weekend. What kind of evidence is currently being gathered? How would Jacobs’ attorney most likely be advising him? What went down with the authorities before he turned himself in? Will Jacobs be held at a different standard due to his status as

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2:33

Now at Noon - 5/29

Wisconsin"s Midday News ·

2026/05/29

1. A deadly accident is causing a local school to cancel classes. 2. A possible deal in place to open the Strait of Hormuz. 3. Former Attorney General Pam Bondi is in a closed-door interview with members of the House Oversight Committee.

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